PwC Confirms Departure of Associate Demarre Johnson

PwC has confirmed that Demarre Johnson, an associate recently featured in an Interview magazine photo shoot, is no longer employed by the firm. Johnson departed from PwC in mid-February.

Sources familiar with the situation stated that his departure was not linked to his magazine appearance.

Background

Johnson gained public attention last week after appearing in a March 4 Interview magazine photo shoot alongside three other junior bankers.

Johnson, 23, had previously discussed being chosen for the spread, noting his expectation that it would generate headlines and controversy.

Industry Reaction

The photo shoot prompted discussions among Wall Street professionals, who expressed concerns on social media regarding perceived stereotypes and unofficial industry rules, such as not overshadowing superiors. Questions arose about whether the participants, who also included bankers from Goldman Sachs and Barclays, had secured approval from their employers prior to the shoot. Goldman Sachs indicated that its media relations department did not approve these interviews. The other firms did not comment at the time.

Johnson, known for his active social media presence, had previously stated his caution regarding posts about his job.